Narrowleaf Gentian
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Narrowleaf Gentian
Gentiana linearis
The Narrowleaf Gentian is a beautiful blue flower that grows in the wild. Its bright petals stand out in meadows and fields, making it a lovely sight for nature lovers.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Narrowleaf Gentian has striking, deep blue, bell-shaped flowers that appear in clusters at the top of its stems. Its leaves are long and slender, giving the plant its name. The petals often stay tightly closed, forming a unique, elegant tube.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderGentianalesFamilyGentianaceaeGenusGentiana
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Finding this gentian means you are in a healthy, special wetland habitat.
Its incredible blue color is rare in nature, making it truly stand out.
Some gentian roots are used to make bitter flavorings for drinks!
The flower's petals sometimes stay twisted together, looking like unopened buds.
Special abilities
Ability
Late Summer Show
Narrowleaf Gentian can bloom very late in the season, providing a nectar source for insects when other flowers are fading.
Ability
Wet Feet Friend
Narrowleaf Gentian can thrive in very wet, acidic soils, allowing it to grow where many other plants cannot survive.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-80 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late summer to early fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Primary pollinator, strong enough to open closed flowers.
eaten by
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
May browse on leaves and stems, especially new growth.
symbiotic with
Red Sphagnum Moss
Sphagnum capillifolium
Often found growing together in acidic bog environments.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Also known as
No aliases listed yet.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers, so everyone can enjoy them!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Narrowleaf Gentian?
30-80 cm
How wide does Narrowleaf Gentian spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Narrowleaf Gentian?
3-5 cm
When does Narrowleaf Gentian bloom?
Late summer to early fall
Is Narrowleaf Gentian edible?
No
Is Narrowleaf Gentian toxic?
None
What is Narrowleaf Gentian's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Narrowleaf Gentian pollinated?
Insect
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